Second Story Press launches Aboriginal Writing Contest
As part of its 25th Anniversary celebrations Toronto-based publisher, Second Story Press, has launched a contest that will be of particular interest to Aboriginal Canadian…
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Tom Jackson spreads Christmas cheer to combat poverty and hunger
Earlier this month, the rich baritone vocals of Tom Jackson were back on the road again at Edmonton’s Jubilee Auditorium as part of the singer-actor’s…
Metis Family Jiggers are great dancers and superb ambassadors
When Jolene Langford first donned her dancing clothes she was about seven years old. “I was very nervous back then, and even today I am…
Art in the Heart Exhibit features inner city artists at Edmonton City Hall
Edmonton City Hall has been a busy place during the month of December with various activities and events occupying the main floor. School children from…
Andy Everson’s artwork etched forever into gold and silver coins
The intricate designs of K’omoks First Nation artist Andy Everson have been delighting his home community and art lovers all across Canada for decades and…
Under the Northern Sky: A Christmas wish for you
Here we are heading into the New Year of 2015 and ready to celebrate another Christmas. When I was younger and still drinking, the holidays…
Centre High event focuses on Indigenous Literacy
It was a mid-week evening event (December 10) and the first of its kind for downtown Edmonton’s Centre High Campus (CHC). The guests were outstanding,…
Treaty 8 Grand Chief Steve Courtoreille is embracing the challenges
Mikisew Cree First Nation Chief Steve Courtoreille was re-elected to his second term in office this past summer. And last month, he was named Grand…
New Alberta Premier Jim Prentice puts meaningful dialogue on the table
Since taking office as Alberta’s Premier in mid-September Jim Prentice has moved quickly and decisively to capture what just three months ago was the dwindling…
Moose Hide Campaign teaches men about respecting women
A new campaign aimed at reducing violence against women is spreading across western Canada. “Too many Aboriginal women experience violence and we need to step…